Official Audi Q5 Thread

[Foxfire]

Originally Posted by Tarek

True but aside from MB's ideas the GLK definitely looks more masculine than the Q5,the edgy boxy and rugged appearance will appeal alot to young guys looking for a brand new and fresh look.

I've always found fault with that logic. Men are perceived as more rugged than women (generally rightly so) and heterosexual females tend to like men (most of the time). By extension, they could go nuts over the "rugged", look at how tough I am, look of the GLK. Even in Croatia where there are what, maybe 2 Hummers registered, one of the owners is female.

[Tarek]

Originally Posted by Foxfire

I've always found fault with that logic. Men are perceived as more rugged than women (generally rightly so) and heterosexual females tend to like men (most of the time). By extension, they could go nuts over the "rugged", look at how tough I am, look of the GLK. Even in Croatia where there are what, maybe 2 Hummers registered, one of the owners is female.

As i said before there's truth in what u r saying but in general(at least where i live)most hummer drivers and rugged SUVs like the GL and G-class are driven by males,i think MB nailed it with the GLK that car will attract both genders equally

[HighestOfHigh]

Yes, it's plain, but it still looks good.

Can't wait to see the numbers for the EX, GLK, X3 and Q5 next year.........

[Merc1]

Some more live shots:














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[Sunny]

Audi needs a new dash lay out. As impressive as it is, there so much rehash of the same stuff one can take.

[PanterroR]

[Merc1]

I think there is room for both this and the GLK. They couldn't be more different in style/looks/design. They'll both be popular in the U.S. due to the downturn from larger vehicles of this type, cheaper entrance prices and better efficiency.

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[PHYBENZ]

I must say, this really isn't bad looking at all. I think I like the interior of the Q5 better than the GLK. It's more cohesive and flowing. The GLK's looks like a bunch of different pieces put together.

[Centurion]

Originally Posted by Sunny

Audi needs a new dash lay out. As impressive as it is, there so much rehash of the same stuff one can take.

I agree, and the Nav screen looks very clumsy incorporated into the dash like that. Quite unflattering actually.

[bmer]

Yesterday I couldn't stand the position of the LED lights and the headlight graphics in general but today I think they look, dare I say, OK. Weird...

[martinbo]

The exterior is nice, the interior is nice. And, really that's all it is. Nice.


BTW, what's the ground clearance?

[Foxfire]

I think it's 20cm

[martinbo]

Originally Posted by Foxfire

I think it's 20cm

Ah, so 200mm then? Useful - not too bad...

[Foxfire]

from the press release:

The Audi Q5’s climbing capability of 31 degrees of incline is exceptional. The overhang angle is 25 degrees thanks to the short front overhang. The ramp breakover angle, determined by the wheelbase, is 17.5 degrees. Ground clearance is an impressive 20 centimeters (7.87 inches), with a fording depth of up to 50 centimeters (19.69 inches) when driving through water.

Anybody else have similar data for GLK and X3 for comparison?

[Mr. Mercedes]

Originally Posted by Merc1

MY GOD...Audi themselves are using tacky chromed wheels. They themselves think the car is so boring they need to put on some bling?

[Merc1]

You know what, this new Q5 might not have impressed right away, but like most Audis the more look at it the more beautiful it becomes. This is a really good looking little suv, even if it is an Simon Cowell says it is very "safe" in its design.

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[PanterroR]

Nothing new here, rather de ja vu. Sorry, not diggin' it.

[CorpusCallosum]

I could live with that. For once I;m not fussed on an Audi interior. It is extremely boring. Not liking this class at all. Hope the new X3 is the goods...

[Tumbo]

Alright, here comes my thoughts of the car:

- i really like the rear! It's perfection!
- i do NOT like the front lights. I don't know what Audi is thinking with all those different placings of the LED lights. The R8 and A5/S5 went in the same direction, makin' it a Audi-thing to have LEDs in the bottom of the light. Then came the A4 with the rollercoaster-LED in the middle, then the A3 Cab in the middle/upper corner, and now this!? Make up your mind Audi! These lights, I don't like!
- the front could be a little more shaped.

Overall, it's a very nice car, but nothing I would drool about.

[Tarek]

^I have no problem with diff positioning of the LEDs it's to differentiate the models at night just like BMW diff angel eyes look across the models.

[martinbo]

Even in white, which is the colour of the moment, the Q5 looks unexceptional. I concede that it's got a good dose of mainstream appeal but so what...

[Mockenrue]

This is without a doubt the best looking SUV on the road right now. The side and rear reviews are the most impressive, especially the rear which is a work of art. The front is less successful in my eyes but still better than any other, and the interior is pure Audi - in other words quality of the highest order.

[Mr. Mercedes]

Originally Posted by Centurion

I agree, and the Nav screen looks very clumsy incorporated into the dash like that. Quite unflattering actually.

The Nav hump is incredibly awkward! The skewed angles would put me off focus.

I really really want to like/love this car but it does nothing for me. Maybe it will take some time.

[andyvalencia]

Any Idea On The Prices???

[jules]

I am curious, why does the (logical choice IMO) 2.0 Turbo Diesel not come with the Auto option or will it be added later?